American Lawn Mower Co. UT13120 User's Manual
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1. GENERAL MAINTENANCE Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use Use clean cloths to remove dirt dust oil grease etc A WARNING Do not at any time let brake fluids gasoline petroleum based products penetrating oils etc come in contact with plastic parts Chemicals can damage weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury Periodically check all nuts and bolts for proper tightness to ensure safe operation of the mower Remove any buildup of grass and leaves on or around the motor cover Wipe the mower clean with a dry cloth occa sionally Do not use water LUBRICATION All of the bearings in this product are lubricated with a suf ficient amount of high grade lubricant for the life of the unit under normal operating conditions Therefore no further bearing lubrication is required At the beginning and end of each mowing Season E Lubricate the springs on the rear discharge door with light oll l E Lubricate the height adjustment lever and related hardware with light oil E Remove the wheels and lubricate the surface of the axle bolt and the inner surface of the wheel with light oil E Remove the blade and blade hub assembly and lubricate the motor shaft with light oil or engine oil See Replac ing the Cutting Blade for instructions on removing the blade2. READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS Failure to follow all instructions listed below and on the machine may result in electric shock fire and or serious personal injury READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS E This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects Failure to observe all safety instructions could result in serious injury or death Do not use the lawn mower in damp or wet conditions or operate in the rain Never allow adults to operate the product without proper instruction Keep the area clear of all bystanders children and pets while mowing Stop machine if anyone enters the area Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them e Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator e Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area e Never allow children to operate the machine e Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may block your view of a child Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry They can be caught in moving parts Use of rubber gloves and footwear is recommended when working outdoors Keep firm footing and balance Do not overreach Over reaching can result in loss of balance Do not operate the eq
3. MOTOR BLADE CONTROL ASSEMBLY Aji MULCHING PLUG MODEL UT13120 ONLY SIDE DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR Fig 2 KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER See Figure 2 The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the product and in this operator s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting Before use of this product familiarize yourself with all oper ating features and safety rules CORD RETAINER A convenient cord retainer helps keep the extension cord connection secure during mower operation GRASS CATCHER MODEL UT13120 ONLY The grass catcher prevents grass clippings being strewn across your lawn as you mow HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER The height adjustment lever provides cutting height adjustments UNPACKING This product requires assembly WR Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box Make sure that ail items listed in the packing list are included WR inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping WR Do not discard the packing material until you have care fully inspected and satisfactorily operated the product RI any parts are damaged or missing please call 1 866 457 5888 for assistance PACKING LIST Mower Side Discharge Deflector Mulching Plug Model UT13120 only Grass Catcher Model UT13120 only Operator s Manual FEATURES _ a E ASSEMBLY 7 MOTOR BLADE CONTROL ASSEMB
4. This product is manufactured for the Great States Corporation lawn mower company under license from Homelite Consumer Products Inc Great States Corporation Shelbyville Indiana has been making lawn mowers for over 100 years and it warrants to the original owner that each new product and service part is free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace under this warranty any defective product or part from the original date of purchase for two 2 years except for the conditions and circumstances listed below THIS WARRANTY IS NOT TRANSFERABLE AND DOES NOT COVER E Products sold damaged or incomplete sold as is sold reconditioned or used as rental equipment E Delivery installation or normal adjustments explained in the operator s manual E Damage or liability caused by shipping improper handling improper installation incorrect voltage or improper wiring improper maintenance improper modification or the use of accessories and or attachments not specifically recommended E Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence or the failure to install operate maintain and store the product according to the instructions in the operator s manual E Damage caused by coid heat rain excessive humidity corrosive 2 environments and materials or other contaminants Expendable items that become worn during normal use Cosmetic defects that do not interfere with tool functionality Fre
5. A WARNING Always protect hands by wearing heavy gloves and or wrapping the cutting edges of the blade with rags and other material when performing blade maintenance Fail ure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury AX WARNING Before performing any maintenance make sure the mower is unplugged from the power supply Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury REPLACING THE CUTTING BLADE See Figures 12 13 NOTE Only use identical replacement blades Stop the motor and disconnect the power supply Allow the blade to come to a complete stop E Turn the mower on its side E Wedge a block of wood between the blade and mower deck to prevent the blade from turning H Loosen the blade nut using a 15 mm wrench or socket not provided E Remove the blade nut spacer blade insulator and blade E Make certain the fan assembly is pushed completely against the motor shaft WRENCH MAINTENANCE m Place the new blade on the shaft against the fan assembly Make sure it is installed with the curved ends pointing up toward the mower deck and not down toward the ground R Replace the blade insulator and spacer then thread the blade nut on the shaft and finger tighten NOTE Make certain all parts are replaced in the exact order in which they were removed WR Torque the blade nut down using a torque wrench not provided to ensure the bolt is properly tightened
6. Disconnect the plug from power source before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing the lawn mower Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the product accidentally If the mower should start to vibrate abnormally stop the motor and check immediately for the cause Vibration is generally a warning of trouble Service on the product must be performed by qualified repair personnel only Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in injury to the user or damage to the product Use only identical replacement parts when servicing the product Use of unauthorized parts may create a risk of serious injury to the user or damage to the product if the power supply cord is damaged it must be replaced only by the manufacturer or by an authorized service center to avoid risk Save these instructions Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this product If you loan someone this tool loan them these instructions also SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this product Please study them and learn their meaning Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer NAME DESIGNATION EXPLANATION SYMBOL Class II Construction Doubie insulated construction Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations Power i To reduce the risk of injury user must read
7. A or SUTOWA These cords are rated for outdoor use and reduce the risk of electric shock WE EE E Ground Fault Circuit interrupter GFCI protection should be provided on the circuit s or outlet s to be used for the lawn mower Receptacles are available having built in GFCI protection and may be used for this measure of Safety SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES E Do not operate the mower without the entire grass catch er discharge guard rear guard or other safety protective devices in place and working Follow manufacturer s instructions for proper operation and installation of accessories Only use accessories approved by the manufacturer Clear the work area before each use Remove all objects such as rocks sticks wire bones toys or other objects which can be thrown by the blade Stay behind the handle when the motor is running Avoid holes ruts bumps rocks or other hidden objects Uneven terrain could cause a slip and fall accident Do not mow near drop offs ditches or embankments Mow across the face of slopes never up and down Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes Plan your mowing pattern to avoid discharge of material toward roads sidewalks bystanders and the like Also avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction which may cause the material to ricochet back toward the operator Do not mow on wet grass or excessively steep slopes Poor footing
8. Stop the motor disconnect the power source and inspect for dam age Have repaired by an authorized service center before restarting CALL US FIRST For any questions about operating or maintaining your product call the Homelite Help Line Your product has been fully tested prior to shipment to ensure your complete satisfaction Page 17 EXPLODED VIEW PARTS LIST MODEL UT13118 31 Key Part Key Part No No Description Qty No No Description Qty 1 93330390 Mower Motor Deck ASS e 1 24 3410537 Side Discharge DOON csssceseeens 2 3110137 2 Front Axle Assermbhy sek 1 25 3410637 Side Discharge Deflector 00 3 93110237 2 Rear Axle Assembly 008 1 26 3420237 1 Rear AD Eege 4 3220575 Screw M5 x 10 mm Pan Hd 4 27 3830490 Wre CID EE 5 33820237 Wheel Cover Ferrule D seen 3 28 3410390 e dee EE 6 3420190 Tin Wheel WE 4 29 3330290 Lower Handle scscesceceesaseeseees 7 3410190 Wheel COVEN E 4 30 3330190 Upper ale EE 8 3331638 Washer 13 5 x 20 x ln 4 31 3490137 Te EE 9 3290135 COMMER eege 4 LE Kat DER ee EE 10 33305397 2 LINK Bak EE 1 33 3220436 BOR ME ere 11 93340137 1 EXTENSION SPNING sosisini 1 34 3220137 Bolt M6 EE 12 3330737 1 Height Adjustment Assy Left 1 35 3320238 Spindle Guard cceccscccsessseeessers 13 93330837 1 Height Adjustment Assy Right 1 36 3410237 Faaam a 14 3221637 Bolt M10 x 20 mm een 4 37 3330137 Eeer W 15 322073
9. attachments or accessories not recom mended by the manufacturer of this product The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury APPLICATIONS You may use this product for the purpose listed below WR Mowing your lawn STARTING STOPPING THE MOWER See Figure 8 mw Attach the outlet end of an extension cord to the plug on the rear of the mower NOTE Use only an approved outdoor extension cord as described previously in this manual Make a loop in the extension cord From the right side pass the loop through the hole in the back of cord retainer and place it around the hook w Rotate the lever release counterclockwise and hold to allow access to the switch control lever Pull the switch control lever toward the mower handle and let go of the lever release Continue to hold the switch control lever against the mower handle as you mow WH To stop the mower release the switch control lever NOTE A high pitched noise and sparking may occur as the electric motor decelerates This is normal MOWING TIPS a See Figures 9 10 Make sure the lawn is clear of stones sticks wires and other objects that could damage the lawn mower blades or motor Such objects could be accidentally thrown by e the mower in any direction and cause serious personal injury to the operator and others Toreduce the likelihood of disconnecting the lawn mower from the extension cord be sure to us
10. could cause a slip and fall accident Walk never run Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may block your view Do not pull the mower backward unless absolutely nec essary If you must back the mower away from a wall or obstruction first look down and behind to avoid trip ping Never direct discharged material toward anyone Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction Material may ricochet back toward the operator Stop the blade when crossing gravel surfaces Objects struck by the lawn mower blade can cause severe injuries to persons The lawn should always be carefully examined and cleared of all objects prior to each mowing Page 4 E Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged Keep handles dry clean and free from oil or grease lf the lawn mower strikes a foreign object follow these steps e Stop the lawn mower and release the switch control lever e Disconnect the power cord e Thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage e Repair any damage before restarting and continuing to operate the mower Stop the motor disconnect the power cord and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before removing the grass catcher or unclogging the chute The cutting blade continues to rotate for a few seconds after the motor is shut off Never place any part of the body in the blade area until you are sure the blade has stopped rotating
11. 3290135 Cotter EE 4 35 3220137 Flange Nut M6 x 12 mm 3 10 3330639 1 LNK Ba aa eee eee 1 36 3320238 Spindle Gusrd EEN II 3340137 1 Extension Gring 1 37 3410237 SE 1 12 3330239 1 Height Adjustment Assy Left 1 38 3410535 Blade Insulator cccccsssessrssssnceensens 1 13 3330539 1 Height Adjustment Assy Right 1 39 3331435 elei 1 14 3221637 Bolt M10 x 20 MM een 4 40 3331238 1 BEE 1 15 3220737 Flange Nut M10 cscccesessesseeseees 4 41 3221037 Blade Nut M10 x 1 25 mm 16 3410239 1 Height Adjustment Handle 1 42 3330190 Upper Handle cccusecssssssersessveees 1 17 3320239 1 Height Adjustment Ghaft sess 1 43 3330191 Lower Handle ccsssssssssscversersesseesere 1 18 3330437 1 Spring BOA Ee 1 44 3490137 Soft Grip EE 19 3220608 Cap Screw M5 x 15 mme 4 45 3220436 SE 2 20 3220439 Lock IL LEE 10 46 3220131 Screw M4 x 20 mm pan hd 2 21 3330438 Rear Discharge Bee EE 1 47 3330291 Grass Catcher trame d 22 3320138 Rear Discharge Pin 1 AB lt 341089523 Emer 4 23 3220191 Ring Washer cccieivsinissevvecodenaawntenseecceu 2 49 3221237 Lock Nut MAI D 24 3340138 Rear Compression Spring 0 1 50 3490291 Grass Catcher E 1 25 3410238 MIUICMING PIUG EE 1 51 3411135 Cord Guide ccccccosecccccecececescosceseeee 3 26 3420138 1 Rear Shield x secceccccasessacedossonssteyteeehectes 1 52 3320237 Reeg 3 GE ge T en WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY FOR CORDED ELECTRIC MODELS
12. 7 Flange Nut M10 iesssisecencvisecsevesiews 4 38 3410535 Blade InSulator scecccsssssssseessssrees 16 3220137 2 Height Adjustment Shaft 1 39 3331435 ele EE 17 3330437 1 SONG Board EE 1 40 3221037 Blade Nut M10 x 1 25 mm 18 3220608 Cap Screw M5 vibmm en 4 41 3320337 Wheel Ferrule A cscsecsserenseneres 19 3220439 Lock NORMS eege eege 10 42 3220131 Screw M4 x 20 mm 20 3330637 Side Discharge Bracket sees 1 43 3221237 LOCK NUL AMA EE 21 3220136 Flange Nut M6 x 8 mm eessen 2 44 3410239 1 Height Adjustment Handle 22 3320338 Side Discharge Pin ccecccseceetseees 1 45 3411135 Crd GUJE EE 23 3340237 Compression Gring 1 enn aa 1G EXPLODED VIEW PARTS LIST MODEL UT13120 Key Part Key Part No No Description Qty No No Description Qty 1 3130791 Mower Motor Deck Assy 5 1 27 3330490 EES cee Renan os ee a 2 2 3110139 1 Front Axle Assembly ee SEKR 1 28 3330637 Side Discharge Bracket 3 3110239 1 Rear Axle Assembly ee 1 29 3220136 Flange Nut M6 x 8 MM ee 2 4 3220575 SCrOW Pan HA WE 4 30 3320338 Side Discharge Din 1 5 3420191 TA ENVING OL eebe 2 31 3340237 Side Compression Spring EC 1 6 3410391 Wheel Cover cccccsssersconensaceeeceaes 4 32 3410338 Side Discharge Door 0a 1 7 3420291 Bin WROGO geed 2 33 3410438 Side Discharge Deflector 0 8 3331638 Washer 13 5 x 20 X 1 5t een 4 34 3410490 MOCO EE 1 9
13. LY The motor blade control located on the upper handle of the mower engages and disengages the motor and blade MULCHING PLUG MODEL UT13120 ONLY Your mower is equipped with a mulching plug that cuts and recuts the grass for finer clippings SIDE DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR Use the side discharge deflector on your mower when the grass is too high to mulch or when side discharging is preferred The grass clippings produced when using the side discharge deflector are noticeably larger than those produced when using the mulching plug A WARNING lf any parts are damaged or missing do not operate this product until the parts are replaced Failure to heed this warning so could result in serious personal injury A WARNING Do not attempt to modify this product or create acces sories not recommended for use with this product Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury A WARNING Do not connect to power supply until assembly is complete Failure to comply could result in accidental starting and possible serious personal injury Page 9 ASSEMBLY A WARNING Never operate the mower without the proper safety devices in place and working Never operate the mower with damaged safety devices Failure to heed this warning can result in serious personal injury UPPER HANDLE ADJUSTING HANDLE See Figure 3 E Fu
14. OPERATOR S MANUAL ELECTRIC LAWN MOWER 18 in UT13118 20 in UT13120 Your lawn mower has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability ease of operation and operator safety Properly cared for it will give you years of rugged trouble free performance A WARNING To reduce the risk of injury the user must read and understand the operator s manual before using this product Thank you for your purchase SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE a OE leit ggeegeeegegeg PNA OCG WII EN conics E 2 General Satety RUES csicsas esaeran i aS M 3 4 SPECS Safety TE 4 EELER EE 5 6 TNS UNAS ed EE 7 FOAL UES E T EE aad acta ee 8 9 EEN 9 11 ENEE 12 13 IVI AIT OM ne 14 16 TROUDISSHOOUING EE 17 Exploded View Fans EE 18 19 Wana EE 20 Pans Ordenng SEICE EE Back Page This product has many features for making its use more pleasant and enjoyable Safety performance and dependability have been given top priority in the design of this product making it easy to maintain and operate Page 2 NM E geg m Use the right appliance Do not use the lawn mower for any job except that for which it is intended E Do not force the lawn mower It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed E Stay alert watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating the lawn mower Do not operate the mower while tired or under the influence of drugs A WARNING
15. The recommended torque for the blade nut is 450 600 in Ibs SHARPENING THE BLADE See Figure 14 For best mowing performance the mower blade must be kept sharp A dull blade does not cut grass evenly and over loads the motor Under normal circumstances sharpening the blade twice during the mowing season is usually suf ficient However if your lawn has sandy soil more frequent sharpenings may be required E Following the instructions in the Replacing the Cutting Blade section remove the mower blade DO NOT attempt to sharpen the blade while it is attached to the mower A WARNING When removing inspect the blade carefully If blade is bent or damaged replace immediately with a new blade Failure to replace a bent or damaged blade could cause an accident resulting in possible serious injury m Using a fine tooth file or stone sharpen cutting edges on both ends of the blade removing equal amounts of material from both ends BALANCING THE BLADE See Figure 15 When sharpening care should be taken to keep the blade balanced An unbalanced blade will cause excessive vibra tion when the mower is running This vibration will eventually cause damage to the mower especially the motor To check the blade balance m Clamp a screwdriver horizontally in a vise as shown NOTE if a vise is not available a straight nail can also be used E Place the center hole of blade on the screwdriver or nail shank E f blade is b
16. alanced it will remain in a horizontal position if either end of the blade drops downward sharpen the heavy side until the blade is balanced ee BLADE INSULATOR BLADE NUT MAINTENANCE REPLACING WHEELS See Figure 16 To replace a wheel HUBCAP E Disconnect the mower from the power supply E Turn the mower on its side COTTER PIN E Using a flat blade screwdriver pry off the hubcap E Remove the cotter pin from the wheel axle then remove the wheel E Replace with new wheel and insert new cotter pin to secure E Replace hubcap STORING THE MOWER See Figure 17 E Disconnect the mower from the power supply E Turn mower on its side and clean grass clippings that have accumulated on the underside of the mower deck E Wipe the mower clean with a dry cloth E Check all nuts bolts knobs screws fasteners etc for tightness E inspect moving parts for damage breakage and wear Have repairs made on any damaged or missing parts E Store mower indoors in a clean dry place out of the reach of children E Do not store near corrosive materials such as fertilizer or rock salt To lower the handle before storing E Fully loosen the handle knobs on the sides of the handle HANDLE and fold the upper handle down E Push inward on each side of the lower handle and lift the LOWER sides of the lower handle past the edges of the handie d HANDLE mounting brackets E Fold the lower handle forwar
17. and understand Read The Operator s Manual operator s manual before using this product Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and Eye Protection as necessary a full face shield when operating this product Safety Alert Precautions that involve your safety Failure to use in dry conditions and to observe safe practices can result in electric shock Electric Shock Page 5 The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING DANGER WARNING CAUTION CAUTION damage SERVICE Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should be performed only by a qualified service technician For service we suggest you return the product to your nearest AUTHORIZED SERVICE CENTER for repair When servic ing use only identical replacement parts A WARNING Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury Without Safety Alert Symbol Indicates a situation that may result in property A WARNING To avoid serious personal injury do not attempt to use this product until you read thoroughly and understand com pletely the oper
18. ator s manual If you do not understand the warnings and instructions in the operator s manual do not use this product Call Homelite customer service for assistance The operation of any power too can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes which can re marked to comply with ANSI 287 1 suit in severe eye damage Before beginning power tool operation always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and when needed a full face shield We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields Always use eye protection which is SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Page 6 DOUBLE INSULATION Double insulation is a concept in safety in electric power tools which eliminates the need for the usual three wire grounded power cord All exposed metal parts are isolated from the internal metal motor components with protecting insulation Double insulated tools do not need to be grounded A WARNING The double insulated system is intended to protect the user from shock resulting from a break in the tool s internal insulation Observe all normal safety precautions to avoid electrical shock NOTE Servicing of a product with double insulation requires extreme care and knowledge of the system and should be performed only by a qualified service technician For service we suggest you return the product to your nearest authorized service center for
19. d making sure not to bend e or kink the power cord ge HANDLE By MOUNTING BRACKET Page 16 8 TROUBLESHOOTING rop LI Seege Jas Handle not in position Carriage bolts not seated properly Adjust the height of the handle and make sure the carriage bolts are seated properly Handie knobs not tightened Tighten handle knobs Mower not starting Extension cord not connected to the Reconnect the cord and use the cord mower plug retainer to keep the cord close to the motor blade control Extension cord not connected to Connect the extension cord to a live power source 120V AC 60 HZ AC receptacle Tripped circuit breaker in the house Reset house circuit breaker If it trips again call a qualified electrician Motor control switch defective Have motor control switch replaced by an authorized service center Mower cutting grass unevenly Lawn is rough or uneven or cutting Move the wheels to a higher posi height not set properly tion All wheels must be placed in the same cutting height for the mower to cut evenly Mower not mulching properly Wet grass clippings sticking to the Wait until the grass dries before underside of the deck mowing Mower hard to push High grass rear of mower housing Raise cutting height and blade dragging in heavy grass or cutting height too low Mower vibrating at higher speed Blade is unbalanced Balance the blade by grinding each cutting edge equally Bent motor shaft
20. e the cord retainer provided Page 12 ik MOWER AN ell SWITCH x CONTROL 3 f LEVER SM d SWITCH SX SRW CONTROL LEVER LEVER RELEASE Fig 8 Do not mow in circles Start from the point closest to the outlet and travel back and forth across the lawn mov ing away from the outlet so the cord remains behind the mower in the cut portion of the lawn Do not allow the extension cord to wrap around trees shrubs or other obstacles When picking up the extension cord wind the cord in a series of equal loops to prevent it from tangling OPERATION Fora healthy fawn always cut off one third or less of the total length of the grass When cutting heavy grass reduce walking speed to allow for more effective cutting and a proper discharge of the clippings Do not cut wet grass It will stick to the underside of the deck and prevent proper mulching of grass clippings New or thick grass may require a narrower cut Clean the underside of the mower deck after each use to remove grass clippings leaves dirt and any other accumulated debris SLOPE OPERATION E Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents that can result in severe injury Operation on slopes requires extra caution If you feel uneasy on a slope do not mow it For your safety do not attempt to mow slopes greater than 15 degrees E Mow across the face of slopes not up and down Exercise extreme caution when changing direct
21. ight costs from customer to vendor Repair and transportation costs of products or parts determined not to be defective ANY INCIDENTAL INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL LOSS DAMAGE OR EXPENSE THAT MAY RESULT FROM ANY DEFECT FAILURE OR MALFUNCTION OF THE PRODUCT Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations may not apply to you m ANY NON RESIDENTIAL USE OR COMMERCIAL USE VOIDS ALL WARRANTIES CALL US FIRST Call us first with questions about operating or maintaining your lawn mower at 1 866 457 5888 between 7 30 a m 4 30 p m Eastern Standard Time or send emails to homelite reelin com Page 20 NOTES Page 21 Homelite OPERATOR S MANUAL ELECTRIC LAWN MOWER 18 in UT13118 20 in UT13120 SERVICE For parts or service contact yournearest Homelite authorized service dealer Be sure to provide all relevant information when you call or visit For the location of the authorized service dealer nearest you please call 1 866 457 5888 or visit us online at www homelite com REPAIR PARTS The model number of this tool is found on a plate or label attached to the housing Please record the serial number in the space provided below MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER HOMELITE CONSUMER PRODUCTS INC 1428 Pearman Dairy Road Anderson SC 29625 Phone 1 866 457 5888 www homelite com 987000 034 11 8 06 REV 00
22. ion on slopes Watch for holes ruts rocks hidden objects or bumps which can cause you to slip or trip Tall grass can hide obstacles Remove all objects such as rocks tree limbs etc which could be tripped over or thrown by the blade E Always be sure of your footing A slip and fall can cause serious personal injury If you feel you are losing your balance release the switch control lever immediately Do not mow near drop offs ditches or embankments you could lose your footing or balance EMPTYING THE GRASS CATCHER MODEL UT13120 ONLY See Figure 11 E Lift the grass catcher by its handle and lift to remove from mower E Empty grass clippings E Liftthe rear discharge door and reinstall the grass catcher as described earlier in this manual MODEL UT13120 ONLY GR ai i SERA LU E fle D i 8 ki a A Antyy A H d tang GE f Hh y Gg i rder ARAA da z A de EE EN E EN d Ge L vi 3 iMi a d t VES GER NY SONIC E S sy WH d Z Ke AS SC o ech e N SC A K e tf Ge 7 wt e P AC a ye SC N K Gu leg A VA A ee Page 13 egen ee e o Ek ee MAINTENANCE A WARNING When servicing use only identical replacement parts Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage A WARNING Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields during power tool operation or when blowing dust If operation is dusty also wear a dust mask
23. lly loosen the handle knobs on both sides of the handle E Pull up and back on the upper handle to raise the handle into operating position Make certain the handles snap into place securely E Tighten the handfe knobs on both sides of the handle to secure INSTALLING SIDE DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR See Figure 4 E Lift the side discharge door E Align the grooves on the deflector with the pins on the underside of the door E Lower the deflector until the hooks on the mower deck are secured in the openings in the deflector E Release the deflector and door INSTALLING THE MULCHING PLUG MODEL UT13120 ONLY See Figure 5 NOTE When using the mulching plug do not install either the side discharge deflector or the grass catcher E Lift the rear discharge door E Grasp the mulching plug by its handle and tilt at an approximate 15 degree angle E insert the plug into the rear discharge opening MODEL UT13120 ONLY E Lower the rear discharge door SIDE DISCHARGE DOOR GROOVE E ja ae GROOVE e EE SIDE DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR Fig 4 REAR DISCHARGE DOOR REAR DISCHARGE OPENING DE MULCHING PLUG Fig 5 Page 10 a ee S SE a e 9 ss ce eee ee ASSEMBLY INSTALLING THE GRASS CATCHER MODEL UT13120 ONLY See Figure 6 NOTE When using the grass catcher do not install either the side discharge deflector or the mulching plug m Lift the rear discharge door
24. m Lift the grass catcher by its handle and place under the rear discharge door so that the hooks onthe grass catcher are seated on the door rod m Release the rear discharge door When installed correctly the hooks on the grass catcher will extend through the openings on the rear discharge door SETTING BLADE HEIGHT See Figure 7 When shipped the wheels on the mower are set to a low cutting position Before using the mower for the first time adjust the cutting position to the height best suited for your lawn The average lawn should be between 1 1 2 in to 2 in during coo months and between 2 in and 3 1 4 in during hot months To set the blade height m To raise the blade height grasp the height adjustment lever and move it toward the back of the mower m To lower the blade height grasp the height adjustment lever and move it toward the front of the mower Page 11 MODEL UT13120 ONLY GRASS CATCHER HANDLE DISCHARGE DOOR OPENINGS DOOR ROD d LOWEST BLADE HIGHEST SETTING BLADE SETTING l Fig 7 A WARNING Do not allow familiarity with this type of product to make you careless Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury AA WARNING Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating this product Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes resulting in possible serious injury A WARNING Do not use any
25. nsion cord This method can also be used to tie two extension cords together Ampere rating on product data plate 0 2 0 2 1 3 4 3 5 5 0 5 1 7 0 7 1 12 0 12 1 16 0 Cord Length Wire Size A W G 20 16 16 16 16 14 14 BO 16 16 16 14 14 12 100 16 16 14 12 10 Used on 12 gauge 20 amp circuit NOTE AWG American Wire Gauge A WARNING Keep the extension cord clear of the working area Position the cord so that it will not get caught on lumber tools or other obstructions while you are working with a power tool Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury AY WARNING Check extension cords before each use If damaged replace immediately Never use the product with a damaged cord since touching the damaged area could cause electrical shock resulting in serious injury a am me me a i vice PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS UT13118 WUC ee ee 120 V 60 Hz AC only 12 Amps No load Speed ou cscsstssccssssssreccereesresnes 3 600 r min RPM CUDO AU EEN 18 in Height Adiustmmente Seet 1 3 4 in to 3 3 4 in WINES SIZ Cee ee 7 in eebe eebe 42 b GRASS CATCHER MODEL UT13120 ONLY HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER FEATURES 7 CORD RETAINER UT13120 Ju e EE 120 V 60 Hz AC only 12 Amps INO 1080 Speed BE 3 600 r min RPM CURTIN DEEN 20 in Height AdjUStMeNts cssesecererseree 1 1 2 in to 3 3 4 in NEE 7 in front 8 in rear WGN Eanan sn ttt cate rna 53 Ib
26. r and will require the use of a polarized extension cord The plug will fit into a polarized extension cord only one way If the plug does not fit fully into the extension cord reverse the plug If the plug still does not fit obtain a correct polarized extension cord A polarized extension cord will require the use of a polarized wall outlet This plug will fit into the polarized wall outlet only one way If the plug does not fit fully into the wall outlet reverse the plug If the plug still does not fit contact a qualified electrician to install the proper wall outlet Do not change the equipment plug extension cord receptacle or extension cord plug in any way Do not abuse the cord Never use the cord to pull the lawn mower or to disconnect the plug from an outlet Keep cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Replace damaged cords immediately Damaged cords increase the risk of electric shock Make sure your extension cord is in good condition When using an extension cord be sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw A wire gauge size A W G of at least 14 is recommended for an extension cord 50 feet or less in length If in doubt use the next heavier gauge The smaller the gauge number the heavier the cord An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating WARNING Use outdoor extension cords marked SW A SOW A STW A STOW A SJW A SUTW
27. repair Always use original factory replace ment parts when servicing ELECTRICAL CONNECTION This product has a precision built electric motor It should be connected to a power supply that is 120 volts 60 Hz AC only normal household current Do not operate this product on direct current DC A substantial voltage drop will cause a loss of power and the motor will overheat If the product does not operate when plugged into an outlet double check the power supply EXTENSION CORDS See Figure 1 When using a power tool at a considerable distance from a power source be sure to use an extension cord that has the capacity to handle the current the product will draw An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in overheating and loss of power Use the chart to determine the minimum wire size required in an extension cord Only round jacketed cords listed by Underwriter s Laboratories UL should be used When working outdoors with a product use an extension cord that is designed for outside use This type of cord is designated with WA on the cord s jacket Before using any extension cord inspect it for loose or exposed wires and cut or worn insulation ELECTRICAL It is possible to tie the extension cord and power cord in a knot to prevent them from becoming disconnected during use Make the knot as shown in figure 1 then connect the plug end of the power cord into the receptacle end of the exte
28. uipment while barefoot or when wearing sandals or similar lightweight footwear Wear protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve your footing on slippery surfaces Do not leave the mower unattended while running Keep hands and feet away from cutting area Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times Operate the lawn mower only in daylight or good artificial light Always wear safety glasses with side shields Everyday glasses have only impact resistant lenses They are NOT safety glasses Following this rule will reduce the risk of eye injury Use face mask if operation is dusty Wear safety glasses or goggles that are marked to comply with ANSI 287 1 standard when operating this product Page 3 alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating the lawn mower may result in serious personal injury Keep machine in good working condition Keep blades sharp and guards in place and in working order Check all nuts bolts and screws at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition Stop the motor and wait until the blade comes to a com plete stop before cleaning the lawn mower removing the grass catcher or unclogging the discharge guard When not in use mower should be stored indoors in a dry locked up place out of the reach of children To reduce the risk of electric shock this product has a polarized plug one blade is wider than the othe
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